Venue and travel info
Venue
University of Vaasa (∼ 20 minutes walk from the city center); Ankkuri building
Wolffintie 32, 65200 Vaasa
https://maps.app.goo.gl/4ne2K1ghjjErZvYR9
The University of Vaasa is an internationally recognized multidisciplinary university in Finland, renowned for high-quality education, impactful research, and strong connections with industry and society. Its commitment to academic excellence is demonstrated by prestigious international accreditations, AACSB and EQUIS, and prestigious Business School Impact System (BSIS) label. The University of Vaasa is ranked among the top 500 universities in the THE World University Rankings 2026 and among the world’s top 50 in Business Administration in the Global Ranking of Academic Subjects (GRAS), published by Shanghai Ranking (2025).
Traveling Inside Vaasa
While staying, download the Waltti Mobiili application to your phone from Google Play or the App Store, to plan your journey and buying the bus ticket. For more details check the links below
Bus tickets and service points | Vaasa
Vaasan reittiopas (digitransit.fi)
You can travel to Vaasa by Plane, Train or Bus
Plane
Vaasa airport is located about 12 kilometers from the University of Vaasa. The city of Vaasa is easy to reach with just a one-hour flight from Helsinki or Stockholm (Arlanda airport).
Link to book the tickets;
https://www.finnair.com/fi-en
Train
Multiple trains per day are available from Helsinki main train station or Helsinki airport train station. The train ride takes about 3,5 to 4 hours.
Link to book the tickets;
https://www.vr.fi/en
Bus
Check following link for bus tickets;
Matkahuolto https://www.matkahuolto.fi/
OnniBus https://www.onnibus.com/etusivu
Hotels
Original Sokos Hotel Royal Vaasa
Located in the city center, 2 km from the university.
Contact information and reservations:
Hovioikeudenpuistikko 18
65100 Vaasa
+358 6 212 7267
sales.royalvaasa@sokoshotels.fi
Scandic Vaasa
Located in the city center, 2 km from the University.
Contact information and reservations:
Rosteninkatu 6
65100 Vaasa
+358 6 357 8100
vaasa@scandichotels.com
Hotel Astor Wasa
Located in the city center, 2 km from the University.
Contact information and reservations:
Asemakatu 4
65100 Vaasa
+358 6 3269 111
astor@astorvaasa.fi
GreenStar Hotel Vaasa
Located 1km east to the city center, 2,5 km from the University.
Contact information and reservations:
Myllykatu 17
65100 Vaasa
+358 10 423 9393
vaasa@greenstar.fi
Contact information
For the correspondence related to the Workshop, please contact Vanja Piljak (vanja.piljak@uwasa.fi).
Additional information
Finland has topped the global happiness ranking since 2018. Welcome to the most beautiful campus in Finland!
The University of Vaasa main campus is located on the west coast of Finland at the heart of Northern Europe’s largest energy and environment business cluster. With a history dating back to the 14th century, modern-day Vaasa is home to 70,000 inhabitants and 15,000 students. It is the educational, cultural and tourism centre of Western Finland.
Vaasa is an international city with residents from 120 nationalities and over 100 languages spoken. It offers rich cultural experiences through festivals, theatres, and museums year-round. Surrounded by stunning nature and the UNESCO-listed Kvarken Archipelago, the area provides excellent opportunities for outdoor activities.
More information on the web page:Visit Vaasa
